< Chapter 6: Why Don't You Call Me Yet? >

♥ Jamie's POV: ♥

Justin had said he'd be gone for 2 weeks. Think about that..

2 weeks.

I just told him I'm having his baby and I got no reply. The poor guy barely had time to react due to the fact that... Well, Kenny practically kidnapped him into the van. I can't say I'm mad. But I can say I'm definitely worried. It's been 3 days since Justin left and I told him about our baby. I've called him multiple times only to be greeted by a voice mail. He's not online either. Not on Facebook, not on Instagram and he hasn't tweeted since then. So now he's even making his Beliebers sad.

"Phoebe.. He hates me, I know he does," I tell my girl bestie. I decided to come over to her house today since I'm feeling ever so lonely. I already explained everything that happened 3 days ago before Justin left. "I think he's ignoring me, he doesn't want the baby."

"Oh c'mon, that's not true! You said he told you he loves you like a billion times that day," she protested.

"But if he DID love me, he would answer my calls and/or texts. He's never done this to me-- no matter how busy he got. He just wouldn't ignore me like that for days straight when he KNOWS I'm trying to get in contact. He's not in Skype either," I argue back.

"But didn't he tell you he'd break up with Selena while he's gone for these '2 weeks' he's in?" Phoebe questioned, munching on a cookie.

"That was the plan. But Selena is so much better now because she's not pregnant. Let's all face it... He's ditching me.." I pout. I did feel like crying, but I felt as if it just wouldn't help me right now.

"No he's not, he's just a boy.. And boys are... Boys... But since he's Justin, he'll come around. I bet he has an explanation for this."

I lean back on the chair and sip from my water. I hope she's right. I love Justin way too much to just let him go.

"I just hope he doesn't leave me. I can't stress it enough to let him know I really do love him, even if there's an unexpected baby to arrive..." the words roll out without my permission. Still, I don't regret confessing that.

"Give him time to think, hun," Phoebe finished, taking a bar of chocolate and opening it.

"What will I tell my parents, though? What if it spills to the world?"

"Only time will tell. Everything will turn out fine, I can feel it," she nodded, sure of herself. Splitting the chocolate into two, she handed me a piece and took a bite of hers. I sighed, crossing my legs.

Why hasn't he called me yet?

♥ Scooter's POV: ♥

I sat in the hallway and pulled out my lunch. Resting my head on the wall, I took out the piece of sandwich Kenny bought in case I got hungry.

"Scooter.." a voice called beside me.

I turned my head to meet the eyes of none other than a good friend of mine. "Hi Usher," I found myself smiling.

"Hey," he replied, forming his lips into a thin line. He walked slowly and sat down next to me, watching me with concern in his eyes.

"Something... wrong?" I asked, putting down the sandwich and turning my attention to him only.

"I have a slight concern.." he began.

"About what?"

"Justin.." he trailed off, looking away. I, however, only grew more and more confused as to why he seems so worried like this. Sure, I told him about how I saw Justin kiss Jamie about 3 days ago when we had forced him to leave. He's under strict controls because he needs to focus on his work for these two weeks. But even yet, I'm curious why Usher had burst here to see me like this. It must be important.

"Can you be more specific?" I asked for clarification.

"Where is he right now?" he questioned.

"In rehearsals, why?"

Usher took a deep sigh and faced me. "If that kiss, was to get out into public, what would we do? Everyone knows Justin is dating Selena -- and when she finds out about all this, we're in deep shit," he explained, crossing his legs. "Besides you, I've met with some other management people and they're all pretty pissed off. I understand him and Jamie are best friends since forever, and I've met the girl and she's nothing but pure awesome... However, there's this thing with best friends. I know they're in love.. That's the only explanation I can come up with. Yet there's a huge problem. Justin breaking up with Selena like that, is bad for press. To make matters worse, he's begun this relationship with Jamie before getting the CHANCE to end it with Sel. That's automatic cheating right there and he shouldn't have done that. If he was gonna get with Jamie, he should've at least thought a little. I mean, what the hell was he thinking!? This can have a huge impact on his career!"

I listened thoroughly to Usher's words, and I didn't know what to believe. I honestly would do what's best for the kid, but shouldn't he be allowed to date his best friend?

"Usher, man, aren't you overreacting? We can't also control who Justin loves. He should be able to date whoever the hell he wants. Are you considering keeping him in a cage with Selena?" I pointed out.

Usher shook his head. "He at least could've done it in a more mature way, though."

"Hey now, calm your horses. I doubt anyone has photographic proof that Justin and Jamie kissed," I argue.

"The matter isn't so easy though, Scooter," he continued, "I believe that w-"

"-Scooter, I'm d-.." Justin burst out one of the doors and stared at both Usher and I, stopping mid sentence and interrupting Usher's theory. We both turn our heads to look at him and remain silent.

"What was that?" I asked, hoping he wouldn't notice the sudden meeting and continue his sentence.

Justin stared at us and then noticed Usher. "Hi," he told him, forming up a light smile. I let him greet Usher first since no one really knew he was coming. He should be able to say hello to his own mentor, right?

"Hi kiddo, working hard there?" Usher smiled back, covering up the fact that we were just talking about him.

Justin nodded. "I'm exhausted. Man, is it hot in there!" he said, pointing at the room he just came out of. Then he turned to me. "Ey Scooter, I was wondering if..," Oh no, I know that face, "just real quick, if you'd just let me m-"

"-No, Justin, I'm sorry," I cut in. "I already told you the answer is 'no,' now go off to the room downstairs and get something to eat, ok? Take a small break," I suggested.

Justin's face fell and he looked down. It killed me to see that reaction from him. It was hard to do this to him, but it's for the best. I'm only looking out for him.

"Okay.." his voice trembled and he waved to Usher before turning around to leave. Just then, guilt struck me.

"Wait!" I shouted out. Justin spun around to face me again. "Why don't you wait for me downstairs and we'll go out and get lunch together instead. How does McDonald's sound?" I asked. Everyone knows how much Justin loves his McDonald's, and I was only trying to make him feel better.

"Really?!" his eyes lit up. I couldn't help but let out a small chuckle.

"Really."

"Thanks man!!" he smiled, giving me a quick hug and running off down the hallway. I laughed and turned back to Usher only to find him staring intently at me.

He didn't seem too happy.

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♥ Jamie's POV: ♥

My face felt wet as the tears ran down my face. My hands shook violently as I held my phone, attempting to dial Justin's number. I've been very emotional lately. It was really getting to me that now it's been 8 days since Justin left. I was dying inside. I've texted him a million messages and he hasn't answered. I've called him a billion times and there's still no sign of him. I'm seriously convinced he doesn't want to talk to me. I've done nothing wrong, I've only been honest with him.

Sobbing, I press the phone to my ear and listen quietly, wishing, praying and crossing my fingers that he would pick up this time. He is, after all, expected to come back in just 6 days.

The number you are trying to reach is unavailable right now. Please try again in-

I hung up and collapsed on my bed, wiping the tears from my face. Justin... Why can't you call me, text me, or message me at all? I really want to know what I've done. Is he really just leaving me with his baby? Does he really want no part of us?

"Jamie, honey! Dinner time!" my mom shouted from downstairs. Did I mention my parents returned from their trip? Yeah, perhaps not, but they did and I haven't told them anything that's happened between Justin and I. He has come over a few times when they weren't home before so they just figured we did best friend stuff like we always have.

Boy, are they wrong.

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Why do you think Justin's been ignoring Jamie? O.o